Assistant Buyer-Jobs in Großbritannien

Shape the highways of tomorrow.

Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together.

Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what's important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work.

Our transportation team makes the biggest, most complex, and ambitious infrastructure projects happen. Whether it’s forming the backbone of Britain’s transport network on High Speed 2, transforming railway operations on East Coast Digital Programme, increasing international connectivity at Heathrow Airport, supporting sustainable energy solutions, or delivering safe journeys for National Highways and local authorities, a career with us offers a chance to make a positive impact on communities and future generations.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to support growth across our Infrastructure and Transportation programmes. Upon joining, you will assist senior colleagues across various projects with procurement activities, including preparing bid tender documents.

• Support sourcing, bid evaluation, supplier selection, negotiation, procurement, and delivery of goods and services.
• Assist with evaluation criteria, selection, negotiation, presenting recommendations for award, and executing purchase orders and contracts.
• Collect vendor information, costing data, schedules, and other reports; support supplier relationship management.
• Manage daily contract activities, monitor supplier performance, ensure milestones and deliverables are met, and oversee progress relative to budgets.
• Handle invoice management, ensuring contract deliverables and payment milestones are achieved and approved prior to payment.
• Coordinate with stakeholders such as suppliers, technical leads, and project managers to meet technical, schedule, and cost targets; support schedule and cost estimate development.
• Evaluate potential suppliers based on past performance and financial strength; maintain positive vendor relationships.

You may also support the win-work team by researching, writing proposals, and drafting fee proposals.

• Degree in procurement, supply chain, engineering, construction, or related field.
• Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with clients and stakeholders effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• Ability to manage workload independently and take responsibility.
• Good analytical skills with a commercial focus and a desire to learn and develop skills.
• Interest in achieving MCIPS accreditation; ability to collaborate with colleagues, consultants, and contractors.

If you want to engineer a better future, AtkinsRéalis is for you. We transform outcomes for people and the environment through digital-enabled solutions. Our projects span from Sizewell C and Heathrow Airport to eco-friendly mosques, providing opportunities for career growth, training, and flexible working within an inclusive culture that values diversity, health, and happiness.

Join our Project & Programme Services team to work on industry-leading projects, gaining international expertise and contributing to a Net Zero Carbon future and urban regeneration across the UK.

This role may require security clearance, which depends on successful vetting by UKSV. Applicants should not mention current or previous security clearances in their application.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering family-friendly policies, flexible work arrangements, and support networks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee | Job Type: Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we believe that diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives enrich our team and contribute to our success.